The St. Louis African Arts Festival, held in Forest Park, celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of Africa and African people. This annual event includes children's activities, a health village, African arts and crafts, African films and daily fitness opportunities, as well as live music, dance, cultural demonstrations, authentic food, and lots more.
Children's activities include storytelling, arts and crafts, mask-making and educational workshops.
May 23-25 at the World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park. Admission is free.
Festival hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
More information: stlafricanartsfest.com
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.
Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Grandparents Day, Disability History, Baking, Homes Around the World and more.
Storytelling in the Museum is free.
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.
Toddler Tunes combines music, movement, and interactive story time to encourage little ones to sing, dance, play instruments, and explore rhythm through hands-on activities and imaginative play.